At Just 16, Alabama’s Kiera Howell Faces American Idol With Fear, Faith, And A Dream She Almost Didn’t Chase

Kiera Howell of Geneva, Alabama, has been singing for as long as she can remember. Now, at just 16 years old, she’s ready to put her voice—and her confidence—to the test on the national stage. Howell will audition on Season 24 of ABC’s American Idol during the episode airing February 9. “I’ve been watching American … Read more

Two Past Details and Two Little-Known Facts Are Fueling the Buzz Around Hannah Harper on American Idol.

Hannah Harper: The Singer-Songwriter Taking American Idol by Storm Music lovers nationwide have been captivated by Hannah Harper, a talented singer-songwriter from Southeast Missouri. While she has been building a solo career and steadily growing her social media following, her American Idol audition brought her talent to a much wider audience. On February 2, Harper … Read more

Carrie Underwood Explains Why Original Songs Worry Her on American Idol, Yet One 25-Year-Old Contestant Stands Out

For the eighth season of American Idol, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie returned as judges, while Carrie Underwood joined for her second season—remarkable considering she won the show herself in 2005. In a recent interview, Carrie discussed whether performing an original song gives contestants an advantage over covers, which have traditionally been the safer choice … Read more

Hannah Harper’s Dolly Parton Cover Turns Doubt Into Belief for American Idol Fans

Hannah Harper’s rendition of Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” captured attention immediately, drawing viewers far beyond the usual American Idol audience. Fans tuned in out of curiosity—and stayed because they couldn’t look away. What set Hannah apart was how she made the song her own without losing its soul. Her voice carried quiet strength, and instead of … Read more

Voice Coach John Legend Breaks His Silence on His Son’s Health Journey and the Diagnosis That Changed Everything

Learning that your child has a chronic autoimmune disease can be overwhelming, but family support can make all the difference. Singer John Legend’s 7-year-old son, Miles, has Type 1 diabetes, and fortunately, his siblings are helping him navigate the journey with love and care. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Legend, 46, shared how Miles … Read more

5 surprising truths about Braden Rumfelt from Murphy, who made Luke Bryan believe in his future after singing “Girl Crush” on American Idol

Braden Rumfelt may be new to the national stage, but his emotional audition on American Idol Season 24 quickly made him a standout. The 22-year-old from Murphy, North Carolina, stunned judges with a soulful rendition of Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush,” prompting Luke Bryan to hint at his star potential. Here are five surprising facts … Read more

Hannah Harper Reacts With Gratitude as Her Video Nears 50 Million Views, While a Song She Shared Continues to Draw Fans In

Hannah Harper is turning her personal struggles into music, sharing her journey with honesty and hope. In a sneak peek of Season 24 of American Idol, the Missouri-based mom of three opened up to judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood about her experience with postpartum depression. View this post on Instagram “I have … Read more

Twin Brothers From Murphy Release a Family Song as Braden Emerges as an American Idol Front-Runner

Twin brothers Kellen and Braden Rumfelt of Murphy, North Carolina, have been building momentum both as part of a close-knit family act and now on the national stage. Long before Braden’s breakout moment on American Idol Season 24, the brothers joined their family to release “The Greatest Love Story,” a song rooted in faith, family … Read more